Are you a qualified counsellor (level 4 and above), wondering how to begin or strengthen your journey into private practice?

The Counsellor’s Pathway is a supportive, information-rich course designed to guide you through the essential steps of setting up and sustaining your own practice. Whether you’re just starting or ready to grow, this course aims to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

What you’ll gain:

• A clear understanding of the practical essentials: registering with professional bodies, choosing a work setting, ICO/GDPR compliance, safeguarding, supervision, and contracts. Alongside fee and payment structures.

• Insight into working with clients: record keeping, safeguarding, practice wills and contingency planning , client anonymity, and ethical decision-making.

• Guidance on specialisms including working with children and young people — extra training, DBS, and BACP resources.

• Marketing and niche development strategies, including online presence tips (e.g. WebHealer, Psychology Today) and how to write an authentic bio.

This course is for you if:

• You’re a qualified counsellor or therapist preparing to enter private practice.

• You want practical advice delivered in a relaxed, professional environment.

• You’re ready to overcome doubt and take confident steps forward.

• You’d value guidance from two experienced, down-to-earth practitioners.

Delivered by:

Sandra Hawes and Diane Burnett - experienced therapists with real-world experience in the joys and challenges of private practice.

Ticket price £85

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Included in the course:

• Course handouts and checklists

• Time for questions and discussion

• Practical templates to use in your own work

Join us and take your next steps with confidence.

We’d love to welcome you on The Counsellor’s Pathway.

Book now — spaces are limited!

The Counsellor's Pathway - Setting Up and Sustaining Private Practice